Emily Hoch

Address Line 1
Address Line 2
(801)000-000
emilyhoch95@gmail.com

April 18, 2015

RE: Specialist I, Writing Assistant Position
To My Friends at the English Department,
Most of your applications for this position are probably somewhat generic and dryusing phrases like
dependable and punctual and works well with people. Like many others, I strive for excellence in those
areas.
But what separates me from the pack, making me ideal as a Writing Assistant?
First, my two previous jobs (Deseret Book and Progressive Leasing) required a high level of information
assimilation and customer service. At Deseret Book, I distinguished myself as a particularly friendly and
knowledgeable employeeone who received numerous positive comments from patrons. I was also regularly
recognized for superior achievement in enrolling customers in the Platinum Rewards Membership program. At
Progressive Leasing, I daily practiced principles of calm, patience, sensitivity, and deliberation as I dealt with
frustrated customers. My team at Progressive often won monthly awards for the high performance.
Second, ever since I was little, I have had compassion for and interest in othersregardless of their ability,
culture, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. I have always had lots of friends with widely different perspectives
and backgrounds. My friendship extends to the special needs population, and I really enjoyed my two major
experiences with themone year as a special needs peer tutor at Copper Hills High School and another year as
a special needs helper with a local church group.
Third, I have a passion for the pen. I am currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in English and plan to teach
Creative Writing at the high school and later the post-secondary level. In addition my passion for
wordsmithing, I have had a lot of informal writing coaching over the years (in both high school and college),
as friends, family, and peers have asked for feedback on papers, essays, and books. I also regularly assist my
sister with editing projects for her high school newspaper.
I will bring to this position a unique set of skills that will assist me (and your organization) in being successful,
and I can promise that you will not regret hiring me.
Warm Regards,
Emily Hoch

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Cover Letter
Table of Contents- page 1
How to Write an Effective Paper- page 2
Technical description that provides helpful guidelines to assist students who
struggle with writing.
Substitute Teacher Instructions- page 3
This lesson plan instructs a prospective substitute teacher how to conduct
class, where to find course materials, etc.
Honors English Syllabus- page 4
As a prospective English teacher I replicated an Honors English class syllabus
which provides important course information for students.
Resume- page 9
Summary of professional, personal and educational qualifications.

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HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE

PAPER
Do you struggle with writing and organizing your thoughts when you?
Does the writing process make you feel anxious?
Do you procrastinate writing papers due to your lack of ability and general dislike of
writing?
Are you interesting in improving your writing skills?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should apply the following tips and tricks
to help you write more effective papers.

Tips for Writing More Effectively

1) Practice- The craft of writing doesnt come naturally to most people. Becoming an
effective writer takes practice and perseverance. The more you write the more you can
learn about writing. Set aside time each day to write and write about anything! Try to
challenge yourself by experimenting with different topics and subjects.
2) Learn the Basics- You cant be a truly effective writer without understanding the basics.
You can brush up on the fundamental rules of grammar and style by using the internet or
purchasing books like Introduction to Academic Writing or The Elements of Style.
3) Utilize Resources- As a student and as a writer you have a wealth of resources available
to you. The internet is a powerful reserve that will help with many aspects of the writing
process including research, citing, grammar, etc. But be careful not to plagiarize!
Plagiarism is often the result of procrastination and poor planning. As an effective writer
you need to give yourself time to write effectively.
If your school has a writing center, use it. At writing centers there professionals available
to help edit and review your papers. In addition to providing you with valuable feedback
they can also give you additional tips and tricks for improving your writing.
4) Research- You cant expect to write an effective paper without doing proper research.
Productive research is all about asking and answering questions critical to the purpose of
your paper. By taking the time to adequately research and cite your paper you will
become more credible as a writer.
5) Be Yourself- While it can be helpful to study various samples of writing as you try to
develop your own literary flair, dont sacrifice your individuality. The writing process
should be about you discovering your own writing voice, not someone elses.

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Class Instructions for Substitute

Dear substitute,
Hello and welcome! Thank you for taking over my classes for the day. In this packet you will
find my class schedule, class seating charts, a list of trustworthy students and emergency
instructions. Please take attendance and let me know who was absent. If you would, please also
leave a note telling me how things went, who was most helpful, who gave you trouble, etc. The
following set of basic instructions will help you navigate the day, which I hope goes wonderful!
1. Students must take the hall pass to use the restroom, get a drink, etc. There are no
assemblies, drills, or adjusted lunch schedules today so please do not let students leave
early.
2. In the second drawer of my desk is a folder that contains the worksheet students will
work on throughout the class. This worksheet will be completed after students finish their
daily journal entry.
3. To start off the lesson there are three questions written on the board. Have the students
pull out their journals/notebooks and answer the prompts. This typically takes 10-15
minutes.
4. After the students have completed their daily journal entry, pass out the worksheet.
Students will need to read pages 240-251, 312-319 and 326-329 from their textbook to
fulfill assignment requirements.
5. Students will need to work together in groups of 3 or 4 to discuss the readings. Have the
students write the names of fellow group members on their worksheet. I understand group
discussions can get loud, try to keep the noise level at a minimum.
6. 5 minutes before class ends have students return to their seats and tidy up.

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HONORS ENGLISH
Emily Hoch
emilyhoch@highschool.edu
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday
7:00-7:30 AM, 3:00-4:00 PM
Welcome to Ms Hochs Honors English class at Copper Hills High School. Im looking forward
to teaching you and working with you as you become a critical reader, writer and thinker. Please
keep the syllabus in your English folder to reference throughout the year.

Course Introduction
In this class you will develop an appreciation and deeper understanding of classic literature. You
will learn to critically think and write about the assigned literature and how it has affected past
and present cultures. This course will also help you to develop advanced writing capabilities that
will facilitate greater success in writing and reading.
Let us dare to read, think, speak and write. John Adams

Course Description
This course is designed to help students build academic reading and writing skills. The courses
main focus is to study literature. Students will read novels, short stories, drama, nonfiction and
poetry. Students will participate in class discussions that allow classmates to share insights and
opinions about assigned readings. Students will also learn about and apply the different aspects
of the writing process to compose various papers for a variety of audiences and purposes.

Course Mission Statement

The mission of this class is to help students explore different historical, social and cultural
perspectives so they can learn to effectively communicate about socially significant issues
relevant to contemporary society. By working diligently to complete work, study and participate
students can broaden their academic and cultural horizons.

We cant solve the significant problems of our time by using the same thinking we had
when these problems were created. Albert Einstein

Attendance and Participation

1. Attendance is required and this class will follow the school-wide attendance policy: To
earn credit, a student must be in class a minimum of 87% of the days of the quarter (20 of
approximately 23 possible class periods per quarter). If a student has a verified truancy
(sluff) or four (4) or more absences per class, per quarter, the student will receive no
grade (NG) for the quarter grade in that class. Truancies and excessive absences (4 or
more) can be made-up through attendance school to receive credit in the class.
Absences that result from sickness, medical appointments, court appointments, or family
weddings and funerals will not count towards the four (4) absences if they are verified
with official documentation.
2. Students are responsible for discovering missed work and being prepared for the next
class.
3. Students are expected to have read the assigned chapters before they are discussed in
class.
4. Everyone is expected to read the text, attend class, contribute to discussions and be a
good member of the audience. Thoughtful input is needed to explain various course
concepts. Class participation is a necessary and invaluable part of class membership.

Grading
To achieve academic success in this class follow these guidelines:

Turn in assignments
Turn in assignments on time
Attend class
Be a good member of the class community

Grading Scale
A 96-100%

B 84-87%

C 72-75%

D 60-63%

A 92-95%

B- 80-83%

C- 68-71%

D- 56-59%

B+ 88-91%

C+ 76-79 %

D+ 64-67%

E 55% and lower

Assignments

Minor grades (class work, homework, participation)..50% weight

Major grades (tests, projects, essays, etc.)...40% weight
Quizzes (short essay, multiple choice, etc.).10% weight

Late Work and Make-Up

Late Work
Assignments are due on the date designated. Late assignments will lose a grade per class meeting
day that the assignment is late.
Example: Every assignment starts out as an A (100 percent). Points are taken from the
starting 100 percent. However if an assignment is one class day late, its maximum is 95
percent; two days late, 91 percent, etc.
No late work will be accepted after the last day of the quarter.
Make-Up Policy
Students will be responsible for obtaining and completing the makeup work in a satisfactory
manner and within the time specified by the teacher. Students who do not make up assigned
work within the time allotted will receive a grade of zero for the assignment. Please try to give
me advanced notice concerning vacations, etc. in order to help me assist you with scheduled
coursework. You are responsible to come to me concerning make-up work, I will not come to
you.

Academic Dishonesty
If any form of academic dishonesty or plagiarism is committed, you will be penalized. If you are
caught cheating on a test, plagiarizing a paper, etc. you will receive a zero and no make-up for
the test and/or assignment will be allowed. If you are caught committing dishonest actions more
than once you will be reported to Administration and parents and/or guardians will be contacted.
Plagiarism: Using another persons ideas or words without proper acknowledgement or
conveying the false impression that the writing or work are ones own. Plagiarism includes, but
is not limited to:

Using the ideas, data, or writing of another person as ones own work, even though some

wording, arrangement, ideas or arguments have been changed.

Concealing the true sources of information, ideas or arguments in any piece of work.
Obtaining by purchase or otherwise, a part or an entire document of work which is
represented as ones own.

Please understand that plagiarism is a serious offense. The best way to avoid plagiarism is
prepare and give yourself plenty of time to complete an assignmentprocrastination and
plagiarism are deeply connected. If you ever have questions or are unsure of how to complete an
assignment please email me or visit me during my office hours. I would be more than happy to
help guide you in the right direction.

Class Conduct
1. Respect yourself
2. Respect the teacher
3. Respect others
Please use appropriate language and be mindful of others. Any form or bullying or other
antagonistic behaviors will not be tolerated.
Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners.
Laurence Sterne
Electronics
While in class please focus on the class. The use of cellphones, iPods, and other electronics
during class discussions and lectures is not permitted. If I see a cellphone or iPod during a lecture
I will ask that the device is put away. If you continue to use the device after the first warning, the
device will be confiscated until the end of class. If you have completed all of your class work
and we are not having a class discussion, you are permitted to use technology if you do so
quietly.

Course Material
Textbook: Prentice Hall Literature: The American Experience

There will be a classroom set of this textbook for student use. Textbooks will be available for
check-out upon request. If a student checks out a textbook and does not return it due to loss or
damage, they will be responsible for the cost of replacing that book.
Other readings: The following books will be issued to the students during the weeks in which
they are assigned to be read.
Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Students need to bring the following supplies to class each day:
1. 3-ring binder
2. Folder
3. Notebook paper
4. Blue/Black (assignments) and red (editing/revising/grading) pens
5. Pencil and eraser
I look forward to getting to know each of you throughout the year and hope that you will enjoy
the time you spend in my classroom. Please remember that success is a personal choice but I will
do whatever possible to help you excel in this course. I check my email often, so if you ever have
questions or concerns please shoot me an email or visit me during office hours. Lets make it a
great year!

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EMILY HOCH
Address Line 1

(801)000-000

West Jordan, Utah 84081

emilyhoch95@gmail.com
PROFILE

Dynamic individual who utilizes compassion, ability, focus and a desire to help others to effectively create an
enjoyable experience for those she serves and works with.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong communication skills
Works well in teams
Motivated
Exhibits dependability
Committed to providing excellent customer service
ACADEMICS
SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, West Jordan, Utah

Currently Enrolled

General Education
Associates of Arts, English

COPPERHILLS HIGH SCHOOL, West Jordan, Utah

2011-2013

High School Diploma

3.59 GPA
Key Club
Newspaper Staff
Choir
Honor Roll
LEADERSHIP

COPPER HILLS HIGH SCHOOL, West Jordan, Utah

Peer Tutoring

Assisted Special Needs students with classwork, communication skills

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Spirit Club Secretary

Organized activities to support various activities and events at high school

EMPLOYMENT

Co-owner of Hoch Girls Piano Academy

2009 - 2014

West Jordan, Utah

Piano Instructor - teach weekly private lessons and monthly group lesson, reinforce proper piano
technique, organize student schedules and frequently interact with parents of piano students

Plunder Jewelry

2012 - present

Payson, Utah

Seasonal sales associate organize and stock merchandise, assist customers and collect payment

Deseret Book

2014

Midvale, Utah

Sales Associate provide exceptional customer service, assist customers by operating cash registers,
locating products, answering phone calls and placing special orders; maintain store appearance by
stocking shelves, unpacking merchandise shipments, and assisting with merchandise presentation

Progressive Leasing

2014-2015

Customer Service Representative- provide exceptional customer service, answer and fulfill customer
inquiries and requests by clarifying information promptly, resolve problems and complaints by
addressing issues, complete transactions, sell additional merchandise, explain new features.
VOLUNTEER WORK

Coordinate entertainment programs at local retirement centers

Special Needs LDS Mutual provided weekly one-on-one assistance to Special Needs youth
Special Olympics Utah assisted athletes in various activities, participated in annual charity fundraiser
Building Youth Around the World organized and participated in fundraisers to build schools worldwide